Teaninich 1973 / 23 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Teaninich 1973 / 23 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland WhiskySpringbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTeaninichSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.2%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£750£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Teaninich 1973 / 23 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Teaninich 1973 / 23 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £600 vs £750.

For beginners: Teaninich 1973 / 23 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Teaninich 1973 / 23 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£750 vs £599.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£599.95 vs £750)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Teaninich?

Teaninich 1973 / 23 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyToastedLeatheryOld Wood

Only Teaninich 1973 / 23 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky

Tobacco

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Medicinal

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